Public Outreach Specialist

3 weeks ago


Grande Prairie, Canada STARS Full time
About STARS

STARS is a leading air medical service provider in Alberta, dedicated to saving lives and providing critical care transportation. Our team of highly trained professionals works together to deliver exceptional patient care and support to our community.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on education and experience, as well as excellent organization-paid health and dental benefits, free parking, and much more.

Job Description

This role will contribute to strategic planning and direction in order to diversify our donor pool and maximize fundraising opportunities. The Community Engagement Officer will be responsible for:

  • Representing STARS to donors and the public, building support and awareness for STARS in Alberta;
  • Coordinating STARS presence at external community events;
  • Arranging and making presentations to various diverse audiences as required;
  • Cultivating new community fundraising events;
  • Supporting the efforts of the Fundraising team: Sponsorship, Donations, Programs;
  • Working with event suppliers and third-party planners as required;
  • Stewardship of donors, creating a positive experience and timely thank yous;
  • Assisting in developing timeframes to facilitate successful completion of project activities and deliverables through the development and management of a critical path;
  • Maintaining all pertinent donor information in Raisers Edge;
  • Understanding of ROI and Budget requirements;
  • Supporting activities assigned internally with planning;
  • Working closely with event committees, where applicable;
  • Collaborating with community groups & organizations in fundraising initiatives to generate funds for STARS;
  • Ensuring that community partners are adhering to STARS policies and guidelines and in accordance with STARS branding, provincial gaming and CRA guidelines;
  • Prospecting communities and organizations for STARS to develop new events;
  • Working with current event partners to further develop and build upon existing events;
  • Coordinating cheque acceptance events and tours on behalf of STARS;
  • Delivering presentations and thank you messaging when required;
  • Identifying prospective donors for event sponsorship and major gift pipeline;
  • Providing in-person stewardship to donors, including delivery of Allies for Life plaques and Impact reports, as well as preparation and delivery of presentations, as requested.
Required Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience using Raisers Edge and/or other relational databases;
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
  • Excellent communication, public speaking and interpersonal skills;
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office suite;
  • Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously by utilizing successful organization skills;
  • Capability of establishing effective and professional relationships with volunteers and donors;
  • Willingness and ability to travel and work evenings or weekends;
  • Ability to work well within a committee structure;
  • Post-secondary education in business, marketing, communications, or a related field.
Salary

The estimated annual salary for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 depending on education and experience.

About Working with STARS

As a member of the STARS team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while working with a dynamic and passionate group of professionals. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.



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